Manufacturing Body Shop Engineer

Job Title:

Senior Manufacturing Engineer / Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Body Shop

Location:

California

Level: Senior / Manager

Client Facing:
Yes

At The PAC Group (PAC), we specialize in engineering consulting, program management, and operational excellence—delivering high‑impact solutions in more than 20 countries. We’re proud to partner with the world’s leading companies in automotive, aerospace, industrial, and technology sectors, providing strategic guidance and hands‑on execution that drive innovation and efficiency. Whether we’re launching advanced manufacturing systems, deploying digital simulation tools, or scaling global operations, PAC thrives at the intersection of technology, engineering, and problem‑solving.

Joining PAC means joining a dynamic, fast‑paced, and global team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Responsible for the development and validation of body shop manufacturing processes, ensuring robust joining strategies, dimensional quality, and automation readiness for a new vehicle and factory program.

• Define body shop process architecture, including welding, fastening, bonding, and automation strategies, aligned with product and quality requirements.
• Develop and maintain Process FMEA (PFMEA) and Control Plans for body‑in‑white operations, ensuring effective risk identification and mitigation.
• Support digital pre‑assembly and digital manufacturing validation, including virtual builds and dimensional simulations.
• Develop early manufacturing readiness documentation to support equipment selection, facility design, and phased execution.
• Ensure alignment between product GD&T, joining strategies, and manufacturing capability.
• Support pilot builds, launch execution, and production ramp‑up.
• Support structured cross‑functional change‑management, including impact assessment, decision alignment, and escalation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience in automotive body shop manufacturing engineering.
• Strong knowledge of joining technologies and dimensional control.
• Experience supporting new product introduction and manufacturing readiness.

• Experience with highly automated body shop environments.
• Familiarity with virtual build, digital manufacturing, or simulation tools.

The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, education, and qualifications.

Pay Range: $105 USD - $125 USD